Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits vs Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
North Star Spirits
★ 5.00
£117
Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Tamdhu
★ 5.00
£165
| Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits | Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | North Star Spirits | Tamdhu |
| Region | — | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Blended Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 43.1% | 46.8% |
| Age | 31 yr | 18 yr |
| Price | £116.95 | £164.99 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Quick verdict
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is better value at £117 vs £165.
For beginners: Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£116.95 vs £164.99)
- +Longer maturation (31 vs 18 years)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£164.99 vs £116.95)
Who should buy Sirius?
Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Blended Malt character.
Who should buy Tamdhu?
Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Speyside character.
Tasting notes
Only Sirius 31 Year Old - North Star Spirits
Only Tamdhu 18 Year Old Sherry Cask Matured